Question 5 5.1. Suppose that the price of whiskey increases from R100 to R150 a bottle and as a result the quantity demanded decreases from 1 100 bottles to 800 bottles. 5.1.1. Use the ARC (midpoint) formula to calculate the price elasticity of demand for whiskey. 5.1.2. Based on the calculated elasticity value in 5.1.1, indicate whether the demand in the market for whiskey is elastic or inelastic. 5.1.3. Based on your answer in 5.1.2, illustrate the elasticity of demand in the market for whiskey. Clearly indicate the correct percentage changes in price and quantity on the elasticity graph.

Question 5 5.1. Suppose that the price of whiskey increases from R100 to R150 a bottle and as a result the quantity demanded decreases from 1 100 bottles to 800 bottles. 5.1.1. Use the ARC (midpoint) formula to calculate the price elasticity of demand for whiskey. 5.1.2. Based on the calculated elasticity value in 5.1.1, indicate whether the demand in the market for whiskey is elastic or inelastic. 5.1.3. Based on your answer in 5.1.2, illustrate the elasticity of demand in the market for whiskey. Clearly indicate the correct percentage changes in price and quantity on the elasticity graph.

Principles of Economics 2e

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781947172364

Author:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Publisher:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Chapter5: Elasticity

Section: Chapter Questions

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